I ordered a TRD CAI for my 2024 4Runner off amazon before Christmas. It was discounted about $150 from list price. However, the seller shipped it by USPS (boo). It got lost in shipping (Literally, the tracking info said Package Lost) and after about 5 weeks, I was able to get Amazon to refund my money. Then... Lo and Behold, it was delivered to me last Thursday, Feb, 1st. So, I got it free. The same day, I received a S&B intake, that I will now send back to them. I had ordered the S&B because it was significantly cheaper and still had good reviews, but now I no longer need it. Miracles do happen.
Installed by TRD CAI this afternoon, very happy. The intake has a throatier sound and should pair well with a Magnaflow overland series exhaust in a few weeks. Thanks for the install video, first rate and straight forward installation.
By far the best install video I’ve seen for this intake 👍 Here in Canada, Toyota kept telling me the TRD Intake “is not available for 2020 & up models”. So I gave up. I ended up installing an S&B in my 2020 Pro. It’s good, but I secretly wish I had the TRD Intake. Keep up the great videos.
I just purchased my TRD CAI for my 2012 FJ Cruiser TTSE and watched a lot of install instructions via UA-cam but yours is the best thus far. Thank you!
@@yotaxpedition I have a follow on Q. I installed the CAI per your video and then had no cold air via my aircon the following day. I’m not sure if they both correlate to each other but wanted to check in with if you experienced the same? I’ve got my FJ scheduled for a Freon recharge on Monday.
@@davesantimaw5413 Your air conditioning system and your intake are not related at all. Must be something else causing the issue. Is the AC compressor kicking on?
I got my trd intake in today ,, put it on this afternoon it was fairly easy with this video. man it makes my SR5 sound so much better and that growl when u punch it sounds so nice and loud.. thanks yota expedition 🚚
does to top and bottom of the box seal together as good as to original? I only saw you install two clamps on the trd one…. does it hinge from the other side?
@@yotaxpeditionIt's a Toyota TRD part; it's the only piece my local Yota dealer will install. Which sucks cuz there's no one in South Florida that touches rigs and there's so much i want to buy...
Great video, thanks. Just followed your vid to do my install. I noticed the top cover doesn't exactly completely seal - I can still see the edge of the red filter between the top and bottom cover. Did your top cover close and seal completely? Looks like some dust may be able to get into the box? Thx
Between the top and lower portion of the airbox you can see a very little bit of red. The 2 sections of the airbox are squeezing the filter edge to create a seal.
I have a 2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, and I’m planning to install a Safari snorkel next month. I wanted to ask if there are any issues I should be aware of regarding the installation. Will it work properly with my vehicle?
You'll get better air flow as well. The new filter flows better and the intake tube also doesn't have a baffle on it, just straight pipe into the intake.
Having trouble accessing the air filter with trd cold air intake. The way lid of hinges on the back of the air filter box makes this difficult. Have you found a good way to do this without taking the tube off the filter box and potentially needing to unplug the MAF?
It looks better and sounds better? Yeah, well that's like a fishing lure designed to catch fisherman instead of fish! And, depending on where you buy this thing it will cost you $350.00+ for some plastic. I care about PERFORMANCE (air filtration, mpg, reliability, horse power).
i thought they didn't make a cold air intake for the 2022 4 runner or is this an older version that's compatible? I wanted one for my 2022 TRD Pro 4Runner
@@yotaxpedition Spoke to a dealer, said in states that require an emissions test during yearly inspections could possibly fail. Anyone having that issue?
We haven't had any issues with that. I'm not really sure how it would affect emissions to the point where it wouldn't pass. If you have no check engine light on then it should pass. And we've had ours installed for almost a year with zero issues.
Most, if not all snorkels are manufactured to fit the OEM intake. But the TRD intake is pretty much the same design as the OEM one and should work. I've seen people do it before. I can't say the same for other intakes.
So for reference, if you don’t buy the item from Toyota it will most definitely void your warranty, even if it’s a Toyota product it has to go through them. Any after market item that isn’t Toyota will void the warranty, I found out through my dealer when i got my 4runner
They claim it doesn't fit but it 100% fits. Before we did the install I talked to Toyota and they told me the same thing. That's why we tried it and made this video. To show it does work.
Dynos out there also confirm minimal HP/Torque gains. 350 bucks and a self-install for a 5hp/19ft lbs on a $45k vehicle is worth it to me. Even if it only offsets my additional skid plate weight. What may be a waste to you isn't for an enthusiast. We all spend our money the way we'd like. That's why we work hard to earn it for ourselves.
@@SamuelBalsamaExactly! That works out to $70 per pony. Doesn't sound like a waste to me. I have the TRD intake on my limited 4x4 and I love it. I also have a cat back exhaust, pedal commander and an adaptive "race chip". I did each mod one at a time to see how much each changed the truck. Individually it wasn't much, like the intake. The biggest difference was adding the chip, which I did last. Really ties all the mods together and allows the engine to make better use of it's new lungs. I'd love to Dyno it for actual numbers, but it's definitely a different truck now. Feels sporty and powerful. Certainly not words I would have used to describe it when I first got it. Currently looking at the 76mm throttle body everyone says ALSO "does nothing and is a complete waste of money." Which I'm beginning to think translates to "would be kinda cool if I could afford one".
By far the best "how to” concerning to trd cai on UA-cam
Thanks! That's what we push for!
One of the best install videos I’ve ever watched.
GREAT camera angles, lighting and step-by-step!
Buying one
@@Lamidnightsss thanks! Appreciate it. Glad we could help
I ordered a TRD CAI for my 2024 4Runner off amazon before Christmas. It was discounted about $150 from list price. However, the seller shipped it by USPS (boo). It got lost in shipping (Literally, the tracking info said Package Lost) and after about 5 weeks, I was able to get Amazon to refund my money. Then... Lo and Behold, it was delivered to me last Thursday, Feb, 1st. So, I got it free. The same day, I received a S&B intake, that I will now send back to them. I had ordered the S&B because it was significantly cheaper and still had good reviews, but now I no longer need it. Miracles do happen.
I love when stuff like that happens lol. Sometimes you get lucky.
I'll take whichever one you don't want 😢
Installed by TRD CAI this afternoon, very happy. The intake has a throatier sound and should pair well with a Magnaflow overland series exhaust in a few weeks. Thanks for the install video, first rate and straight forward installation.
Awesome! Will definitely sound good with the exhaust.
How do you like that combo? Thinking of doing the same
By far the best install video I’ve seen for this intake 👍
Here in Canada, Toyota kept telling me the TRD Intake “is not available for 2020 & up models”. So I gave up. I ended up installing an S&B in my 2020 Pro. It’s good, but I secretly wish I had the TRD Intake. Keep up the great videos.
Yeah, I'm not to sure why Toyota claims this doesn't fit when it clearly works fine.
I just purchased my TRD CAI for my 2012 FJ Cruiser TTSE and watched a lot of install instructions via UA-cam but yours is the best thus far. Thank you!
Awesome! Great to hear
@@yotaxpedition I have a follow on Q. I installed the CAI per your video and then had no cold air via my aircon the following day. I’m not sure if they both correlate to each other but wanted to check in with if you experienced the same? I’ve got my FJ scheduled for a Freon recharge on Monday.
@@davesantimaw5413 Your air conditioning system and your intake are not related at all. Must be something else causing the issue. Is the AC compressor kicking on?
@@yotaxpeditionYes it is. I’m thinking it’s low on Freon
thinking of getting this for my fj, are you happy with it any good?
Excellent install videos. Encourage you to keep going. Y'all are doing great.
Thanks! Hoping to upload installs weekly
I got my trd intake in today ,, put it on this afternoon it was fairly easy with this video.
man it makes my SR5 sound so much better and that growl when u punch it sounds so nice and loud..
thanks yota expedition
🚚
Awesome! Glad we could help. Thanks for the support
GREAT video! Love the detailed steps and not cutting between steps like other videos.
This Channel is going to blow up, glad to be one of the first 200 Subs!
We can only hope! 🙏
@@yotaxpedition Just bought a TRD last Friday, was super hard to find. Ill be sure to keep up with your channel!
@@AC-jm6yf Awesome! Hopefully, we can help you along the way. We hope to post at least once a week.
love this step-by-step installation procedure. going have this one in the future.
Hope we made it easy for you to do the installation.
Thanks for the install video. I just did mine.
Glad it helped!
Should make a custom engine cover!!
Just an idea
Great delivery, man.
I really like this instructional.
Thanks Mark!
Do you really need to undo the plug? Looks like it would still reach without having to redo the tape, etc.... 🤔🤔
Great install!! No wonder these 4runner suck water up. Just an elbow into the fender
Yup! That's why we also installed a brand new snorkel on it as well. There's a video on it if you wanna check it out!
does to top and bottom of the box seal together as good as to original? I only saw you install two clamps on the trd one…. does it hinge from the other side?
Seals perfectly fine. But you are correct, only 2 clamps on the TRD one.
Just had unit installed on my 2023 4Runner Pro. Had Toyota installed $250. Yes it fits.
Surprised Toyota installed it for you.
How did you get it so discounted?
@@yotaxpeditionIt's a Toyota TRD part; it's the only piece my local Yota dealer will install. Which sucks cuz there's no one in South Florida that touches rigs and there's so much i want to buy...
Great video, thanks. Just followed your vid to do my install. I noticed the top cover doesn't exactly completely seal - I can still see the edge of the red filter between the top and bottom cover. Did your top cover close and seal completely? Looks like some dust may be able to get into the box? Thx
The filter should be squished between the top and bottom of the air box. Seeing the edge of the filter is normal.
@@yotaxpedition Awesome thanks
Can you see the red filter sticking out on the front facing side? My lid seems to not to be fitting exactly.
Between the top and lower portion of the airbox you can see a very little bit of red. The 2 sections of the airbox are squeezing the filter edge to create a seal.
@@yotaxpedition did you noticed any mpg increase or decrease? Mine lowered. Any ideas on what I can check?
@@TheRealAMR-as to be expected if it’s taking more air and increasing some power. Even if it’s just a handful of horses.
Might've just sold me on one of these!
We're doing a giveaway on one soon as well! Keep an eye on our site or instagram
I have a 2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, and I’m planning to install a Safari snorkel next month. I wanted to ask if there are any issues I should be aware of regarding the installation. Will it work properly with my vehicle?
besides looks and sound what are the advantages in performance over oem intake?
Better air flow and filter
Is there data that states how much hp and mph you would gain?@@yotaxpedition
No performance improvements
could you do this on a 4Runner that has a Super Charger on it? or would it be pointless?
Looks nicer for sure, and a K&N style filter but they both pickup air from the fender so this is really just cosmetic and sound right?
You'll get better air flow as well. The new filter flows better and the intake tube also doesn't have a baffle on it, just straight pipe into the intake.
Great video! Thank You Sir!
Thanks! Hope it helped.
How would yall compare the TRD intake to the AFE pro dry s?
Having trouble accessing the air filter with trd cold air intake. The way lid of hinges on the back of the air filter box makes this difficult. Have you found a good way to do this without taking the tube off the filter box and potentially needing to unplug the MAF?
We didn’t run into an issue with getting the lid on and off. We’ll look into it though.
What is the small push clip for? And what happens if you don’t install it.
Wow this is a lot harder than on the Tacoma.
The trd filter appeara to be discontinued. What are you supposed to use when its time to replace the filter?
It looks better and sounds better?
Yeah, well that's like a fishing lure designed to catch fisherman instead of fish!
And, depending on where you buy this thing it will cost you $350.00+ for some plastic.
I care about PERFORMANCE (air filtration, mpg, reliability, horse power).
Just ordered one for my 2011 4 runner SR5, did you have to do a tune up after install ? Tia
Not necessary but a tune up never hurts.
Great video. I have a '23 TRD Pro, so wouldn't it have a 'TRD intake' minus the branding? Or is this really a different beast?
If your intake does not have the TRD logo, then it is the same as the standard air box on the lower trims.
Im confused i tried to order on toyota websites about trd cold intake but I put my toyota 4runner 2022 limited but it say that not compatible?
Don't listen to the dealership. They just go off what the computer tells them. It fits as you can see in the video.
i thought they didn't make a cold air intake for the 2022 4 runner or is this an older version that's compatible? I wanted one for my 2022 TRD Pro 4Runner
Toyota claims it doesn't fit but that's why we made this video. Fits perfectly fine with zero issues.
@@yotaxpedition Spoke to a dealer, said in states that require an emissions test during yearly inspections could possibly fail. Anyone having that issue?
We haven't had any issues with that. I'm not really sure how it would affect emissions to the point where it wouldn't pass. If you have no check engine light on then it should pass. And we've had ours installed for almost a year with zero issues.
Nice set up. What is the cost of this product? Thanks
The link to our website for the intake is in the video description.
Did you guys disconnect the negatives terminal?
Yes. You probably don't have to but since you're unplugging the MAF sensor, better safe than sorry. Takes 10 seconds to loosen the terminal.
That stock oem intake looks better than the TRD intake your installing……..looks bigger too 😮
Whatever you like. But all the extra nonsense on the OEM one is sound dampening so you don't hear the intake as much.
There are a lot of us who are more concerned than just looks and sound. How about performance?
Really cant answer that unless we had a dyno to see the difference.
Do TRD have intake for 2006 4Runner 4.7 V8
What size is that second smaller fitting you’re installing at the like 9:35ish mark? My kit didn’t come with one and I need to source one.
Where did you order the kit? I would contact them and see if you can get a replacement.
@@yotaxpedition bought it slightly used.
Can you feel the difference between and K&N filter from this Trd cold air intake. Overall would you recommend this air intake
The main difference is is the intake noise and aesthetics. Cant say that you can feel a major performance difference with the butt dyno.
@yotaxpedition This will fit 2021 SR5 runner?
Yes sir!
Will this fit my 2023 4Runner TRD Pro. Part #PTR03-89100? Thanks!
Yes it will!
will I need a tune for the cold air intake and will it void my warranty
No tune is required and it is an OEM Toyota part so there should be no problems with the warranty.
Does this TRD cold air intake fits 2023 4Runner TRD Pro???
Yes it does!
Can you you have a throttle body spacer with this trd cai?
I'm sure it would work, worst case just trim the intake tube a little shorter.
Will there be any additional steps for 2020 due to the tss system
This was installed on a 2022, should be the same process.
It’s that fit to 4Runner TRD pro 2023? Thanks
Yes, everything should be the same on the 2023 model.
Great video! 🤙🏽
Thank you!
It’s that fit to Toyota trd pro 2023 ? Thanks
Yes it will fit any model with the 3.5 v6!
Will this also work on the 2023 4runner?
Yes, everything should be the same.
Thanks. Tried to get the package and told wasn't a match for my 2023 trd pro premium
What’s the part number for the air filter
PTR43-00083
What is the Toyota p/n?
Just saw it. PTR03-89100. On the box 😒
Can you still add a snorkel on it
Most, if not all snorkels are manufactured to fit the OEM intake. But the TRD intake is pretty much the same design as the OEM one and should work. I've seen people do it before. I can't say the same for other intakes.
Will this fit a 2023?
Yes, ours is a 2022 and the 2023 is the same.
Do other brand cold air intakes, such as S&B void warranty?
Technically no, they shouldn’t. But this will depend mostly on your specific Toyota dealer. If you want to be 100% sure, I’d go with the TRD.
So for reference, if you don’t buy the item from Toyota it will most definitely void your warranty, even if it’s a Toyota product it has to go through them. Any after market item that isn’t Toyota will void the warranty, I found out through my dealer when i got my 4runner
I have a 21 PRO, wanted to upgrade to the TRD CAI...toyota told me there isn't one made for that yr and model
They claim it doesn't fit but it 100% fits. Before we did the install I talked to Toyota and they told me the same thing. That's why we tried it and made this video. To show it does work.
Any MPG gain?
We didn't measure MPG's with and without. But if there is a difference, its not much.
Huge scam and waste of money.....you will get nothing but looks and sound for the price you pay.
A lot of people pay for sound and looks lol
@@yotaxpedition I know but convincing of that is next to impossible
Dynos out there also confirm minimal HP/Torque gains. 350 bucks and a self-install for a 5hp/19ft lbs on a $45k vehicle is worth it to me. Even if it only offsets my additional skid plate weight. What may be a waste to you isn't for an enthusiast. We all spend our money the way we'd like. That's why we work hard to earn it for ourselves.
@@SamuelBalsamaExactly! That works out to $70 per pony. Doesn't sound like a waste to me. I have the TRD intake on my limited 4x4 and I love it. I also have a cat back exhaust, pedal commander and an adaptive "race chip". I did each mod one at a time to see how much each changed the truck. Individually it wasn't much, like the intake. The biggest difference was adding the chip, which I did last. Really ties all the mods together and allows the engine to make better use of it's new lungs. I'd love to Dyno it for actual numbers, but it's definitely a different truck now. Feels sporty and powerful. Certainly not words I would have used to describe it when I first got it. Currently looking at the 76mm throttle body everyone says ALSO "does nothing and is a complete waste of money." Which I'm beginning to think translates to "would be kinda cool if I could afford one".
Do you think I can use it on Toyota Tacoma 2014